BART
Overview
Manager of Mechanical Engineering role at BART. This position resides in the Office of Infrastructure Delivery and leads a Mechanical Engineering program across planning, design, procurement, and engineering support during construction, commissioning, operations, and maintenance of assets. Responsibilities
Assumes management responsibility for assigned services and activities of the Mechanical Engineering Division including design, rehabilitation, construction activities, and maintenance support. Oversees the design work for mechanical system rehabilitation, maintenance, and construction projects to ensure technical and code conformance to established standards. Plans, directs, coordinates and reviews the work plan for assigned staff; assigns work activities, projects and programs; reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems. Manages and oversees Mechanical system rehabilitation and other contracts, including engineering consultant contracts; reviews and approves final project plans, specifications and cost estimates. Directs the preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, requests for proposals and bid documents for District mechanical engineering projects. Monitors developments and legislation related to the area of responsibility; evaluates impact upon district operations; recommends and implements improvements in equipment, practices and procedures. Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the division's annual budget; monitors expenditures; implements adjustments. Serves as liaison for the Mechanical Division with other divisions, departments and outside agencies; provides technical assistance and may serve as an expert witness as needed; negotiates and resolves sensitive issues. Oversees mechanical engineering project contracts including progress reviews, payments, claims, submittals, and correspondence. Directs the preparation of final plans, specifications, cost estimates, and bid documents; conducts or directs analytical studies. Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints; responds to emergency situations related to the safe operation of mechanical equipment in the District. Qualifications
Education A Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. Experience Five (5) years of (full-time equivalent) verifiable mechanical engineering experience, including at least two (2) years of administrative and supervisory experience. License Or Certificate Registration as a professional mechanical engineer in the State of California. Other Requirements Must have a valid California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record. Must have sufficient physical mobility to inspect construction in progress or run varied equipment tests. Knowledge And Skills Knowledge of: mechanical engineering program operations, project scheduling and management, budget administration, construction methods and equipment, contract management, supervision and performance evaluation, and related building codes and regulations. Skills: supervising staff, managing outside consultants, planning and evaluating engineering projects, preparing budgets and contracts, communicating clearly in writing and verbally, and establishing working relationships. Application Process
External applicants may apply online at www.bart.gov/jobs. Current employees may apply online at EmployeeConnect or by submitting a BART paper application to the Human Resources Department. All applicants should complete the application in full and may attach a resume electronically, which should not substitute the application form itself. The selection process may include a skills/performance demonstration, a written examination, and a panel or individual interview. A pre-employment medical examination and background check may be required. Equal Employment Opportunity
The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition, or any other protected category. Reasonable accommodations during the examination process are available for persons with disabilities or for religious reasons; please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing employment@bart.gov at least 5 days before the examination date. Qualified veterans may receive additional veteran’s credit in the selection process; for details see the Veterans’ Preference Policy on www.bart.gov/jobs.
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Manager of Mechanical Engineering role at BART. This position resides in the Office of Infrastructure Delivery and leads a Mechanical Engineering program across planning, design, procurement, and engineering support during construction, commissioning, operations, and maintenance of assets. Responsibilities
Assumes management responsibility for assigned services and activities of the Mechanical Engineering Division including design, rehabilitation, construction activities, and maintenance support. Oversees the design work for mechanical system rehabilitation, maintenance, and construction projects to ensure technical and code conformance to established standards. Plans, directs, coordinates and reviews the work plan for assigned staff; assigns work activities, projects and programs; reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems. Manages and oversees Mechanical system rehabilitation and other contracts, including engineering consultant contracts; reviews and approves final project plans, specifications and cost estimates. Directs the preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, requests for proposals and bid documents for District mechanical engineering projects. Monitors developments and legislation related to the area of responsibility; evaluates impact upon district operations; recommends and implements improvements in equipment, practices and procedures. Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the division's annual budget; monitors expenditures; implements adjustments. Serves as liaison for the Mechanical Division with other divisions, departments and outside agencies; provides technical assistance and may serve as an expert witness as needed; negotiates and resolves sensitive issues. Oversees mechanical engineering project contracts including progress reviews, payments, claims, submittals, and correspondence. Directs the preparation of final plans, specifications, cost estimates, and bid documents; conducts or directs analytical studies. Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints; responds to emergency situations related to the safe operation of mechanical equipment in the District. Qualifications
Education A Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. Experience Five (5) years of (full-time equivalent) verifiable mechanical engineering experience, including at least two (2) years of administrative and supervisory experience. License Or Certificate Registration as a professional mechanical engineer in the State of California. Other Requirements Must have a valid California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record. Must have sufficient physical mobility to inspect construction in progress or run varied equipment tests. Knowledge And Skills Knowledge of: mechanical engineering program operations, project scheduling and management, budget administration, construction methods and equipment, contract management, supervision and performance evaluation, and related building codes and regulations. Skills: supervising staff, managing outside consultants, planning and evaluating engineering projects, preparing budgets and contracts, communicating clearly in writing and verbally, and establishing working relationships. Application Process
External applicants may apply online at www.bart.gov/jobs. Current employees may apply online at EmployeeConnect or by submitting a BART paper application to the Human Resources Department. All applicants should complete the application in full and may attach a resume electronically, which should not substitute the application form itself. The selection process may include a skills/performance demonstration, a written examination, and a panel or individual interview. A pre-employment medical examination and background check may be required. Equal Employment Opportunity
The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition, or any other protected category. Reasonable accommodations during the examination process are available for persons with disabilities or for religious reasons; please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing employment@bart.gov at least 5 days before the examination date. Qualified veterans may receive additional veteran’s credit in the selection process; for details see the Veterans’ Preference Policy on www.bart.gov/jobs.
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